Archive May 2012

Simple operation and intelligent software ensure reliability in measurement and save time in setup a The next-generation VEGAFLEX TDR sensors are on their way to ACHEMA. New hardware and software combined with a simple, intelligent adjustment concept form a solid foundation for reliable measurement of liquids and solids. The application spectrum of these advanced plics® sensors for level and interface measurement is wider and more versatile than ever before. About 10 years ago, VEGA turned the vision of a simple, standardised level and pressure measurement technology into reality with plics®. With this technology, users can reduce costs throughout the entire product life cycle. The new VEGAFLEX series 80 guided radar sensors from VEGA are the logical further development of this concept. Beside simple instrument selection and guided setup, reliability and measurement certainty were the focus of the new development. Versatile and totally reliable The application range of VEGAFLEX series 80 is more versatile than ever before. The user only has to select the sensor…

Hense Wägetechnik expands delivery program Hense Wägetechnik is well known as a supplier of Belt Scales and precise solid flow meters. Due to the developement of a new "state of the art" evaluation electronic, the delivery program was expanded by customized weigh feeders and "screw weighers." The developement and the design result in conjuntion with experience manufacturer of conveyor belts and screw feeder. This guarantees an optimum in terms of weighing accuracy and product transport.

Coloured grafic display and exceeded protection The FlowSlide system of Hense Wägetechnik GmbH is now delivered with a new, state of the art electronic display. The new electronic is mounted in a flat stainless steel IP67 housing. The electronic can be delivered in panel- or wall- mounting enclosure. Due to clear grafic symbols the calibration and operation is simplified. The stainless steel enclosure guarantees a higher degree of protection against ambient conditions and RF noise. The electronic can be equipped with onboard Profibus, Modbus RTU, LAN and other serial or analog outputs. The memory inside the unit can store nearly unlimited product calibration datas. Presently the operation menu can be changed between Geman, English and Russian language.

New sales staff member responsible for UWT customers in southern Germany and Switzerland The expert for "Ingeniously simple level control in bulk solids" welcomes Fatima-Zahira Aslan to the team. The 1983-born Fatima Aslan is a new member of the UWT sales team since March this year. She will be in the sales force for the customers in the ZIP code areas 5, 8, 9 in Germany and will also be in charge for the customers in Switzerland. The trained executive in wholesale and international trade was responsible for the distribution of electromechanical components in her previous position. Now she is looking forward to this new challenge at UWT and the distribution of the UWT product range. "I"m looking forward to the sales force in southern Germany and the challenge to be working in a male domain," said Fatima Aslan about her new job at UWT. In her leisure time she likes to be in nature, jogging and yoga.

revamped Spido2B and Aquados Save water, time and energy Aquados is the ideal solution for accurate water mixing and dosing. This precise dosing and temperature control is based on both calculated and measured values, guaranteeing dosing tolerances of ± 0.5 L per production batch at a final temperature of ± 0.5 ° C. Compared to conventional water dosing systems, Aquados reduces pre-run by as much as 90%. This results in shorter production times and delivers huge water and energy savings, up to 100 MJ (± 30 kWh) per measuring point, per day. Aquados combined with the Spido2B dosing algorithm, makes it virtually possible to minimize or eliminate pre-runs, and as such reducing water losses to a strict minimum. Versatile and user friendly Spido2B is a batch dosing and control system that meets all the needs of the modern bakery industry. The whole operation, from recipe control and production planning, to alarm management and process visualization, is done by means of a user friendly and ergonomic…

Capacitive level limit switch for various level control in bulk solids Plant operators are familiar with the challenges of fluctuating processing properties of raw materials, varying operating conditions in silos or pipelines and the requirement for ex-certificates. Such requirements call for a low cost level limit switch, which will apply to a wide range of applications. Thus, plant operators can save money on upgrading of parts, plant maintenance and spare parts logistics. The new universal sensor Capanivo ® 4000 from UWT GmbH works in a variety of applications and under the most adverse conditions. It meets the latest IEC 60076 series of standards for explosion protection. Automatical earthing with metal silos because of contact with metal at process connection simplifies installation. Since the sensor is fully integrated in the sensor head, the Capanivo ® 4000 can also be used in non-conductive containers made of plastic or wood. The operating temperature range for the Capanivo is -40 ° C to +180 ° C. The ambient pressure may…

Processing of all St-1 and St-2 dusts and their hybrid mixtures The ProCell LabSystem – the most flexible fluid bed laboratory unit for granulation processes – is introduced in explosion pressure proof design at ACHEMA 2012. All St-1 and St-2 dusts, which means almost all common solid materials, can be processed in the lab unit. By this means the time needed for safety review prior to trials can be considerably reduced. In addition the equipment is safe for the future – even with products, not known today, tests will be possible. The proven concept of “avoiding ingnition sources” is still applied and makes explosions highliy unlikely. Yet, in case of an explosion, it is contained inside of the equipment. Solvents can also be processed, using additional equipment. In this case the solvents and explosive dust form hybrid mixtures. An explosion of these mixtures is also kept inside the pressure shock resistant ProCell LabSystem. When processing solvents not only explosion protection but also the environment and the cost…

Choosing the right belt alignment sensor Belt misalignment is a common problem in belt conveyors and bucket elevators. When the belt is severely misaligned it can cause damage to the machine casing while generating dangerous heat in dust hazard environments. Two typical methods of detecting belt misalignment are the rub block and the Touchswitch. The Rub Block consists of soft brass with an embedded temperature sensor. The sensor alarms when the brass heats to the trip temperature. Three main drawbacks exist for this sensor. First, by the time the brass heats, the belt has already been misaligning for a period of time. Second, the belt could periodically rub against the brass and move away, wearing through the rub block without ever giving an alarm, leaving you unprotected. Finally, there is no simple way to test the rub block without introducing heat into a potentially hazardous environment. The Touchswitch design addresses these 3 issues. First, it detects the lateral force of the belt, and gives…